Staff Physician
Planned Parenthood Southeast · College Park, GA
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Staff Physician
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About the job
Planned Parenthood Southeast provides reproductive health services and education. The Staff Physician delivers clinical care, supports quality programs, and works within a dynamic team to promote health and patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Graduate degree from accredited OB/GYN or Family Medicine
- Valid Georgia MD license
- Current BLS certification
- Experience with Family Planning and Abortion services
- Proficient in EHR systems and data entry
Qualifications
- 3+ years clinical experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Cultural sensitivity and empathy
- Willing to travel up to 75%
Full job description
Job Title: Staff Physician
Location: Atlanta, Georgia - PPSE Service area (GA, AL & MS)
Reports To: Medical Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: 215,000 - 230,000
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Staff Physician will provide direct medical care to patients in accordance with the Medical Standards and Guidelines, policies and procedures of PPSE. The Staff Physician will provide health care information and services in an effective, efficient, and nonjudgmental manner. The Staff Physician will participate in Planned Parenthood Southeast's (PPSE) Compliance, Risk, and Quality Management program as a leader and clinical subject matter expert.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
2. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
3. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
4. Strong computer literacy, including EHR systems, Microsoft Office, and basic data entry.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate empathy with patients of diverse backgrounds.
6. Consistent follow-through and attention to accuracy in documentation and task completion.
7. Professional demeanor and appearance.
8. Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. Ability to relate to diverse communities.
9. Ability to read and implement written instructions.
10. Ability to physically assist a patient in distress.
11. Ability to provide or support the provision of objective information about all pregnancy options (abortion, adoption, or parenting).
12. Excellent bedside manner; ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and staff.
13. Strong commitment to PPSE's mission and patient-centered values.
14. Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as required.
15. Ability and willingness to travel up to 75% to other PPSE locations within Georgia.
16. Reliable means of transportation for on-site and off-site work.
17. If using a personal vehicle to drive for work purposes, a valid GA driver's license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of the GA vehicle code are required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
1. Graduate Degree from an accredited OB/GYN or Family Medicine program required.
2. A valid and current Georgia MD license is required.
3. Must comply with licensure requirements for practice capacity and have or obtain a current license in all practicing states.
4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
5. Minimum of 3 years' experience providing Family Planning and Abortion services preferred.
6. Experience with digital healthcare delivery and management platforms.
7. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: including, but not limited to:
1. Provides miscarriage management and abortion services to the gestational limit of the affiliate.
2. Participates in the delivery of Planned Parenthood clinical services, as necessary including abortion services and advanced gynecological services (including but not limited to colposcopy, complicated IUC removal and insertion, complicated implant removal, and vulvar lesion evaluation/biopsy).
3. Assists the Medical Director and the Associate Medical Director in physician consultation call rotation.
4. Maintain active DEA license. Responsible for controlled substance ordering for the Gwinnett Health Center.
5. Collaborate with Director of Compliance, Risk, and Quality Management (CRQM) and Medical Director to maintain and implement the Medical Standards and Guidelines.
6. Attend and participate in monthly Provider meetings.
7. Serve as a member of PPSE's Medical Management team to ensure delivery of high-quality care and excellent patient experience.
8. Work with the Medical Management Team and Operations Leadership Team to improve processes, launch new services, and ensure all clinical policies are followed.
11. Document accurately and clearly; demonstrate proficiency in PPSE's Electronic Health Record system
12. Collaborate with Health Center Managers and staff to meet clinic goals, productivity benchmarks, and assigned tasks.
13. Stay up to date on reproductive health care developments and maintain CEU requirements for required licensure and certification.
14. Serves as a resource for clinical staff and provides back-up to the Medical Director as needed.
15. Maintain patient confidentiality and meet compliance requirements, including HIPAA.
16. Meet coding and documentation requirements.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director.